Jim O'Leary, Waterford Crystal Design Director

Exclusive Crystal Classics interview with Jim about his time at Waterford Crystal.

Jim O'Leary, Design Director and global spokesperson, celebrated his 50th Anniversary at Waterford Crystal on October 10, 2010. The enchanting and gentlemanly Jim O’Leary is the driving force behind the design vision of Waterford Crystal. For 50 years – his apprenticeship began when he was just a lad of 15 – O’Leary has made us smile and marvel at his considerable talents. Jim O'Leary began his stellar career at Waterford Crystal in 1960, as an apprentice cutter. Reaching the pinnacle of his career in 1989, he was named Design Director, following just five years in the Design Department. He stands among the most renowned crystal designers in the world today. Every piece designed for Waterford is approved by Mr. O'Leary. Jim has traveled extensively demonstrating and explaining the design ethos of Waterford Crystal to the public. His highly sought after repertoire of limited and exclusive creations, have delighted crystal collectors in the United States as well as Europe and Australia. Second only to Lismore, Jim's Araglin collection continues to be one of Waterford's most famous and successful patterns. One of Jim's most significant contributions remains the Museum Collection. This series of limited editions was designed in the style of late 18th and 19th century Waterford masterpieces, now housed in the National Museum of Ireland.

Have Your Waterford Signed By Jim O'Leary, Waterford Chief Designer!

Mr. Jim O'Leary, one of the Waterford's most talented designers, will be on hand signing all Waterford purchases. This is a unique opportunity to turn your Waterford into a family heirloom for years to come.

Mr. O'Leary will be visiting us directly from Ireland, and with each piece Mr. O'Leary signs, Waterford will issue a special Certificate of Authenticity.
With a special etching tool Mr. O'Leary will permanently sign his name and a year, 2012, on each piece.
You can order your pieces anytime prior to the event, and we will have them signed, gift wrapped and shipped anywhere in the continental U.S. free of charge.

The next signing event will be held on April 25, 2012.

Items designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford
	Waterford Seahorse Vase Vases, available in two sizes, inspired by the elegant seahorse by Waterford...	Waterford Ambassador Bowl This bowl highlights the detailed cuts and elegant design of Waterford...
	Waterford Jim O'Leary Hibernia Two Piece Centerpiece Footed centerpiece bowl with a fanlight motif designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...	Waterford Jim O'Leary 50th Anniversary Flutes Beautiful toasting flutes with a fanlight motif designed by Jim O'Leary for his 50th Anniversary with Waterford...
	Waterford Araglin Bud Vase Footed bud vase in the Araglin design, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...	Waterford Araglin Sauce Boat Crystal sauce boat in the Araglin design, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...
	Waterford Castlemaine Stemware Another popular stemware pattern designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford ...	Waterford Araglin Stemware This elegant pattern designed by Jim O'Leary has become one of the most popular by Waterford ...
	Waterford Jim O'Leary Johnstown Castle Vase 20" vase which reflects on inspiration from the Sixties, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...	Waterford Carina Stemware Mr O'Leary designed this simple yet elegant stemware for Waterford ...
	Waterford Decades 1970's Footed Centerpiece Footed bowl decorated with a plethora of intricate cuts inspired by the tastes of the 1970s, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...	Waterford Araglin Jam Jar Jam jar with lid in the Araglin design, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...
	Waterford Decades 1990's Hurricane Hurricane candleholder which reflects on inspiration from the Nineties, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...	Waterford Decades 1980's Araglin Bowl 11" footed bowl which reflects on inspiration from the Eighties, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...
	Waterford Araglin Posy Vase Posy vase in the Araglin design, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...	Waterford Decades 2000's Modern Vase Vase which reflects on inspiration from the 21st Century, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...
	Waterford Seahorse Bowl 12" bowl inspired by the elegant seahorse by Waterford...	Waterford Araglin Prestige Cobalt Vases Two sizes of vases infused with a cobalt blue color and in the Araglin design, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...
	Waterford Seahorse Punch Bowl A stunning punch bowl inspired by the elegant seahorse by Waterford...	Waterford Jim O'Leary Westbury Vase Beautiful 10" vase designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...
	Waterford Designer Studio Jim O'Leary Tara Bowl A stunning bowl using the heritage Tara pattern from Waterford...	Waterford Jim O'Leary Westbury Footed Centerpiece Trifle Bowl Beautiful footed bowl designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...
	Waterford Araglin Prestige Cobalt Bowls Two sizes of bowls infused with a cobalt blue color and in the Araglin design, designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...	Waterford Jim O'Leary Westbury Bowl Beautiful 9" bowl designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...
	Waterford Jim O'Leary Westbury Bowl Beautiful 8" bowl designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...	Waterford Jim O'Leary Westbury Salad Bowl Beautiful 10" salad bowl designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford...